{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"1bbd9196d473d322befda5ff","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1bbd9196d473d322befda5ff","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/1bbd9196d473d322befda5ff","title":"Field Mining Engineer","description":"Company Description\n\nWork with Us. Change the World.\n\nAt AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.\n\nThere has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.\n\nWe're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.\n\nJob Description\n\nAECOM is seeking a motivated and technically strong Field Mining Engineer to join our growing Mining team supporting projects across North America. The successful candidate will provide onsite technical support for mining operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective extraction of mineral resources. This role works closely with mine operations, geology, survey, maintenance, and planning teams to optimize production, support short-term mine planning, monitor operational performance, and identify continuous improvement opportunities. The Field Mining Engineer serves as a key liaison between engineering plans and field execution.\n\nThis individual will need to be one who thrives in the field, enjoys extensive travel, and is excited by the opportunity to support mining operations through onsite engagement and extended assignments at client locations around the world.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nPromote and maintain AECOM’s strong safety culture.\nProvide daily engineering support to open pit and/or underground mining operations.\nMonitor production activities and ensure compliance with mine plans and designs.\nAssist supervisors and operators in implementing safe and efficient mining practices.\nConduct regular field inspections to verify mining activities align with design specifications.\nDevelop and update short-term mine plans, production schedules, and dig/ placement designs.\nAssist in pit, stope, dump, or haul road design.\nEvaluate drill and blast performance and recommend improvements.\nSupport development sequencing and ore/waste management strategies.\nTrack key performance indicators (KPIs) such as:\nProduction rates\nEquipment utilization\nHaul cycle times\nOre recovery\nDilution and productivity metrics\nAnalyze operational data and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost reduction.\nGenerate reports and presentations on operational performance.\nParticipate in safety meetings, safety observations, and risk assessments.\nSupport environmental and operational compliance initiatives.\nCoordinate with survey teams regarding pit advancement and design conformance.\nWork with geologists to optimize ore control and resource recovery.\nSupport implementation of new technologies and operational improvements.\nIdentify opportunities to improve mining productivity and reduce operating costs.\nConduct engineering studies and operational reviews.\nRecommend process improvements, equipment changes, and best practices.\nComfortable participating in extended site assignments ranging from several days to multiple weeks at remote mining operations. May require:\nExtended shifts\nRotational schedules\nTravel between mine sites\nRemote and international assignments\nWeekend or holiday travel when project demands require\nRegular exposure to mining equipment, blasting activities, and variable weather conditions.\nPrimarily field-based position supporting mining operations at active mine and client sites.\nEnsure engineering work complies with client requirements, applicable industry standards, and AECOM quality procedures.\n\nQualifications\n\nMinimum Qualifications\n\nBS in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline and 4+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\n6 years of progressive mining engineering experience.\nExperience in open-pit or underground mining operations.\nExperience using mine planning software such as MineSight, Deswik, Datamine, Vulcan, or similar applications.\nExperience using AutoCAD and GIS software.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nAbility to work independently while traveling and effectively engage with clients, operations personnel, and project teams.\nStrong organizational (and time-management) skills and adaptability in dynamic field environments\nDemonstrated enthusiasm for travel, field work, and building relationships with mining operations across multiple regions and sites.\nEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progression toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is considered an asset.\nMSHA New Miner Certificate - 24 hours (surface) or 40 hours (underground)\n\nAdditional Information\n\nNo sponsorship will be offered for this role now or in the future\nNo relocation will be offered for this role.\nRequires frequent travel, up to 50% of the time, including domestic and international travel as needed.\nTHIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 25, 2027\n\nAt AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.\n\nAbout AECOM\n\nAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.\n\nAECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.\n\nWhat makes AECOM a great place to work\n\nYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. Here, you’ll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community—where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.\n\nAs an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. 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Change the World.\n\nAt AECOM, we're delivering a better world. Whether improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water, or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive. We are the world's trusted infrastructure consulting firm, partnering with clients to solve the world’s most complex challenges and build legacies for future generations.\n\nThere has never been a better time to be at AECOM. With accelerating infrastructure investment worldwide, our services are in great demand. We invite you to bring your bold ideas and big dreams and become part of a global team of over 50,000 planners, designers, engineers, scientists, digital innovators, program and construction managers and other professionals delivering projects that create a positive and tangible impact around the world.\n\nWe're one global team driven by our common purpose to deliver a better world. Join us.\n\nJob Description\n\nAECOM is seeking a motivated and technically strong Field Mining Engineer to join our growing Mining team supporting projects across North America. The successful candidate will provide onsite technical support for mining operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective extraction of mineral resources. This role works closely with mine operations, geology, survey, maintenance, and planning teams to optimize production, support short-term mine planning, monitor operational performance, and identify continuous improvement opportunities. The Field Mining Engineer serves as a key liaison between engineering plans and field execution.\n\nThis individual will need to be one who thrives in the field, enjoys extensive travel, and is excited by the opportunity to support mining operations through onsite engagement and extended assignments at client locations around the world.\n\nKey Responsibilities\n\nPromote and maintain AECOM’s strong safety culture.\nProvide daily engineering support to open pit and/or underground mining operations.\nMonitor production activities and ensure compliance with mine plans and designs.\nAssist supervisors and operators in implementing safe and efficient mining practices.\nConduct regular field inspections to verify mining activities align with design specifications.\nDevelop and update short-term mine plans, production schedules, and dig/ placement designs.\nAssist in pit, stope, dump, or haul road design.\nEvaluate drill and blast performance and recommend improvements.\nSupport development sequencing and ore/waste management strategies.\nTrack key performance indicators (KPIs) such as:\nProduction rates\nEquipment utilization\nHaul cycle times\nOre recovery\nDilution and productivity metrics\nAnalyze operational data and identify opportunities for improved efficiency and cost reduction.\nGenerate reports and presentations on operational performance.\nParticipate in safety meetings, safety observations, and risk assessments.\nSupport environmental and operational compliance initiatives.\nCoordinate with survey teams regarding pit advancement and design conformance.\nWork with geologists to optimize ore control and resource recovery.\nSupport implementation of new technologies and operational improvements.\nIdentify opportunities to improve mining productivity and reduce operating costs.\nConduct engineering studies and operational reviews.\nRecommend process improvements, equipment changes, and best practices.\nComfortable participating in extended site assignments ranging from several days to multiple weeks at remote mining operations. May require:\nExtended shifts\nRotational schedules\nTravel between mine sites\nRemote and international assignments\nWeekend or holiday travel when project demands require\nRegular exposure to mining equipment, blasting activities, and variable weather conditions.\nPrimarily field-based position supporting mining operations at active mine and client sites.\nEnsure engineering work complies with client requirements, applicable industry standards, and AECOM quality procedures.\n\nQualifications\n\nMinimum Qualifications\n\nBS in Mining Engineering or a related engineering discipline and 4+ years of relevant experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education.\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\n6 years of progressive mining engineering experience.\nExperience in open-pit or underground mining operations.\nExperience using mine planning software such as MineSight, Deswik, Datamine, Vulcan, or similar applications.\nExperience using AutoCAD and GIS software.\nStrong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.\nAbility to work independently while traveling and effectively engage with clients, operations personnel, and project teams.\nStrong organizational (and time-management) skills and adaptability in dynamic field environments\nDemonstrated enthusiasm for travel, field work, and building relationships with mining operations across multiple regions and sites.\nEngineer-in-Training (EIT) certification or progression toward Professional Engineer (PE) licensure is considered an asset.\nMSHA New Miner Certificate - 24 hours (surface) or 40 hours (underground)\n\nAdditional Information\n\nNo sponsorship will be offered for this role now or in the future\nNo relocation will be offered for this role.\nRequires frequent travel, up to 50% of the time, including domestic and international travel as needed.\nTHIS POSTING IS FOR A CURRENT VACANCY, AND AECOM INTENDS TO FILL THIS POSITION BY JANUARY 25, 2027\n\nAt AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously. To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.\n\nAbout AECOM\n\nAECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.\n\nAECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients’ complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.\n\nWhat makes AECOM a great place to work\n\nYou will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you’ll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you’ve always envisioned. 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